GEOGRPH-102 - Human Geography - Dr. Nazanin Naraghi
| Course: | Human Geography |
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| Professor: | Dr. Nazanin Naraghi |
| Email: | nazain.naraghi@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Hi everyone! I’m Dr. Nazanin Naraghi. I’ve taught at College of the Canyons since 2014 both in the Geography department and in Environmental Studies. I have a doctoral degree that specializes in Human Geography as such this is one of my favorite introductory courses to teach. This is an engaging and dynamic course that requires enthusiasm and commitment. Keeping up with the readings is essential and your scholarly involvement in class discussion is indispensable. That being said, I’m also understanding of the way our lives have been transformed by the pandemic. This class will hold space for flexibility and kindness. We use a free OER textbook for this class as well as a geographic memoir written by Sarah Broom. The book costs less than twenty dollars. This course is 100% online. You will work through the weekly modules at your own discretion and will have no online lecture requirement. Each week on Sundays the module for the week will be made available to you. Assignments will be due on Thursdays (discussions) and Sundays (class assignments, quizzes, papers, ). Canvas will also be utilized to complete course assignments, take quizzes and tests, keep track of grades, and access course study materials.
Course Description
Students will study the distributions of human activities at global and regional scales, and the causes and consequences of those distributions. Specific topics covered will include natural resources, agriculture, economic activity, urban and rural settlements, and environmental degradation. Special attention is given to studying power relations via race, class, sexuality, and uneven economic development. Students will also learn about the tools that human geographers use to make sense of the world and gain a basic understanding of how those tools are applied.
What to Expect in this Course
You should expect to complete a minimum of 10-12 hours of class work per week to be successful in this course. This includes:
4 to 7 hours per week of textbook readings, watching lecture videos, and going through lecture slides.
3-4 hours per week of quizzes, discussion boards, assignments, and reaction papers. You will have TWO 3 page reaction papers due in Week 8
Types of Assessments
Students will be assessed using weekly class discussions, quizzes, assignments, and two reaction papers.
Textbook Information
You have a free OER textbook for this class link here:
https://web.ung.edu/media/university-press/human-geography.pdf?t=1579727465059
as well as The Yellow House (a geographical memoir)
ISBN-10: 0802125085
Other Relevant Course Information
Canvas
The course can be accessed via Canvas at cv.canyons.edu on the first day of the course. Follow the login instructions at the bottom of the screen to log in. Here, you can also access Canvas user guides with helpful tips for navigating and using Canvas. For any Canvas related issues please call the Canvas Student Support line at 877-889- 9052 for 24/7 support.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!
Disabled Students Program & Services (DSPS)
College of the Canyons DSPS provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Disabled Students Program & Services website.
Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
College of the Canyons cares about your emotional and physical health. Learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including free counseling and mental health services available during this time by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center website or by calling them at: 661-362-3259.
The National Suicide Lifeline number is 1-800-273- 8255 (TALK). Please call it if you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress - it could save someone's life.
You can also use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. It's free, available 24/7, and confidential.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!
Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)
College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.
Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.
Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.
You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.
Veterans Resource Center
The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.
Library
The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!
Last updated: 10/08/2021 Sub#: 830